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Types of noise

Physical Noise
It is the the noise in communication that is produced by humans.
Environmental Noise

It is the naturally occurring noise in the environment that we cannot control.

Psychological Noise
It is the noise that happens in the mind of either the speaker or the receiver such as getting distracted or lack of focus.

Semantic Noise
It is the interference when misunderstanding happens because of grammar, or words that sound alike.

Technical Noise
It is the noise that we come across with when problems in communication occur because of the use of technology.



Lack of Interest
It is when the receiver loses attentiveness over what the speaker is saying.
Information Overload

It is when the speaker gives too much information and in the receiver becomes confused or loses attention.
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